Friendly, determined and patient. That’s how Afifa Roja, a third-year neuroscience major at UB, describes herself.
From the first rush of students in the morning to late-night study sessions, UB Libraries are alive with energy, ideas and innovation.
Niko Martinez-Saroff is pursuing a master’s degree in school librarianship at UB and will graduate in fall 2026.
For Nolan Mattison, a well-preserved collection of ancient coins has become the centerpiece of a transformative research journey.
Hayden and Lilly Radel are more than just sisters; they’re fourth-generation students at UB, carrying on a family tradition.
VALs play a vital role at UB, bringing fresh perspectives, specialized expertise, and essential support for dynamic, project-based initiatives.
Nichols has been a part of UB’s story for nearly two decades, bringing his passion for learning and teaching to every role he’s taken on.
As the only data services librarian, Jocelyn Swick-Jemison combines her love of teaching, technical expertise, and passion for supporting researchers in a role vital to UB’s academic mission.
After spending five years in New York City, the Amherst native found himself back on UB’s campus—just around the corner from where he grew up.
Please join us in congratulating Pajak as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement from the University Libraries.
Rowley will serve as Program Chair (2025-2026), Division Chair (2026-2027) and Past Chair/Nominating Committee Chair (2027-2028).
The ARL Leadership Fellows are a cohort of 20 senior and executive level librarians chosen through a highly competitive process.
The Academic Libraries Program will run from October 2023 until September 2024.
The vice provost for the Libraries will serve in this role for a two-year term, from 2024 to 2026.
